Farm Bureau Applauds Bipartisan Passage of Farm Bill in House Ag Committee–American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall tonight applauds the bipartisan passage of the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 in the House Agriculture Committee. “Farm Bureau appreciates the leadership of Chairman Thompson and applauds supportive members of the committee on both sides of the aisle for recognizing that a new farm bill is critical as farmers face headwinds not seen in a generation. The farm bill has a ripple effect across the country by supporting the farmers who grow the food that stocks every kitchen pantry in America. “We urge House leaders to continue the momentum and bring this important legislation to a vote on the floor. Farmers understand there are many competing priorities in our country right now, but so much has changed since Congress last updated the farm bill in 2018. Agriculture has endured a pandemic, runaway inflation, rising interest rates, and historic supply chain and market disruptions. Costs for fuel, fertilizer, equipment, and labor have surged, and margins have narrowed. The pressure on farm families has intensified so much that we’ve lost more than 175,000 farms since 2017. That’s just heartbreaking. “Farmers are also counting on the Senate Agriculture Committee to follow suit and schedule a farm bill markup soon. This is an opportunity for both chambers to work on a bipartisan basis to do the right thing – not only for farmers, but for every family that depends on them. We call on members of Congress to step up and say yes to a strong U.S.-grown food supply.”
Chairman Thompson Commends Committee Passage of 2026 Farm Bill- “Today, my colleagues at the House Committee on Agriculture stepped up for farm country and passed the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 out of committee. I am proud of this bill, as well as the work that’s been done to improve it during the last two days. “After a markup that lasted over 20 hours, the legislation reflects the will of the committee, and it is filled with bipartisan provisions that will move the needle for farmers, ranchers, and rural Americans across the country. “Throughout this markup, it became clearer than ever before that our country needs a new farm bill, and we don’t need it next year, or next Congress. We need it now. I look forward to working in good faith with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle as we move toward a final vote on the House floor.”
Farm Credit Welcomes Progress on Farm Bill 2.0, Urges Continued Bipartisan Momentum-Farm Credit Council President and CEO Christy Seyfert made the following statement after the House Agriculture Committee’s markup of the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026. “Farm Credit is grateful to Chairman Thompson and all members of the House Agriculture Committee for their work on the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 essential to supporting agriculture and rural America. This key measure brings us one step closer to the passage of a complete, five-year Farm Bill, and we appreciate the Committee’s commitment to supporting farmers, ranchers and rural communities across the country. “With rural America facing intense economic pressure, this bipartisan proposal is essential, offering updated credit provisions to increase credit availability for farmers and ranchers, modernize and streamline programs, and reduce regulatory burdens on producers and their ag lenders. By improving financing options for community facilities, increasing Farm Service Agency (FSA) guarantee and direct loan limits, and allowing USDA to recognize modern farm structures to help family farms, this bill strengthens the backbone of rural America. Farm Credit looks forward to working with the House and Senate toward swift, bipartisan action to pass Farm Bill 2.0 into law this year.
NFU Statement on House Agriculture Committee Advancing Farm Bill– National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew released the following statement in response to the House Committee on Agriculture passing the Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026. “We appreciate the effort of House Agriculture Committee members on both sides of the aisle to advance a farm bill, and we recognize the hard work that went into this markup. Bipartisan progress in today’s Congress is not insignificant, and we are grateful to the members who engaged seriously with the challenges facing family agriculture. “That said, we remain concerned that this proposal does not yet meet the scale of the crisis facing family farmers and ranchers. The fundamental changes needed to fix what’s broken in American agriculture — reining in corporate consolidation, building true safety nets, and investing in local communities — still need to be made. “The path from committee to a final, signed farm bill is long. NFU will continue working with lawmakers on both sides of the aisle to strengthen this legislation. The challenges facing family farmers and ranchers are urgent, and the final farm bill must reflect that reality. They deserve one that delivers real fairness, resilience, and opportunity for their operations and their communities.”
NCGA Expresses Appreciation for House Committee Action on Farm Bill– The House Committee on Agriculture passed the Farm, Food, and National Security Act by a vote of 34 to 17. In response to this development, Ohio farmer and National Corn Growers Association President Jed Bower released the following statement: “We are pleased to see that the House Committee on Agriculture has advanced the 2026 Farm Bill, which builds upon the One Big Beautiful Bill Act’s investments in agriculture and addresses additional programs and policies important to corn growers. Highlights for NCGA in the legislation include provisions in the credit, conservation, rural development, research and energy titles. “We congratulate Chairman Thompson for his persistence in moving the Farm Bill an important step further and appreciate Ranking Member Craig for her leadership. We now urge the House and Senate to work in a bipartisan way to ensure a Farm Bill 2.0 is considered and passed in both chambers as soon as possible.” “We also recognize Rep. Budzinski for offering an amendment requiring a mandatory base acre update that would better reflect corn growers’ priorities for commodity program eligibility. We acknowledge the efforts of Rep. Sorenson, who introduced an amendment that would allow for the year-round sale of E15. While these amendments were not ultimately adopted, NCGA will continue working with Congress as the legislative process continues.”
Statement from NCFC President & CEO Duane Simpson on House Agriculture Committee Farm Bill Markup– Completion of the House Agriculture Committee’s farm bill markup is an important step toward delivering the certainty and stability America’s farmers and their co-ops need. With producers facing a challenging farm economy and continued market volatility, a new farm bill is long overdue. “We appreciate the work of Chairman Thompson and members of the committee in advancing this legislation. We urge House leadership to bring up the farm bill without delay and look forward to the Senate Agriculture Committee beginning its process in the coming weeks. “We also would like to extend a special thanks to Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) for his leadership in including a provision that would enhance the ability of farmer cooperatives to access the Rural Energy for America Program. If enacted, it would help cooperatives pursue projects that would provide significant impacts toward lowering energy consumption and cutting costs.”
America’s 60,000-plus Pork Producers Praise Bipartisan House Agriculture Committee Farm Bill 2.0 Passage– On behalf of American pork producers of all sizes, the National Pork Producers Council praised House Agriculture Committee passage of Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson’s (R-PA) bipartisan Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026. Commonly referred to as Farm Bill 2.0, the legislation boasts relief for pork producers facing an imminent patchwork of state animal housing laws spurred by California Proposition 12, a state law that puts small farmers on the chopping block, increases the risk of industry consolidation, and undermines states’ rights. Read more about the law’s detrimental effects and how Farm Bill 2.0 addresses the problem here. “Pork producers of all shapes and sizes need this regulatory relief and are grateful for Chairman Thompson’s steady commitment to providing relief from state laws outside our borders,” said Duane Stateler, NPPC president and pork producer from McComb, Ohio. “Now, it is up to the full House of Representatives to finish the job: pass this farm bill and give agricultural producers across the country true freedom to farm.” NPPC has long led the fight for relief from this looming, unsustainable 50-state patchwork of laws, most recently with a dozen national farm, agriculture, and transportation groups calling on Congress to fix this mess immediately. Click here to read a letter sent to House Agriculture Committee leadership. Representing millions of agricultural producers and members, this coalition’s ask is simple: one state law should not be forced on agricultural producers across the country. In addition to providing regulatory relief from Prop. 12, the Farm Bill 2.0 also acted on additional U.S. pork producer priorities, including: Requiring USDA to conduct research and development on a policy to insure pork producers against financial losses from a catastrophic disease. Funding and converting the Feral Swine Eradication and Control Pilot Program into a full program. Increasing funding for critical agricultural trade promotion programs, including the Market Access Program, Foreign Market Development Program, E. Kika de la Garza Emerging Markets Program, Technical Assistance for Specialty Crops, and Priority Trade Fund. Requiring USDA to report how changes to or expiration of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement will affect agriculture. Establishing the Agricultural Trade Enforcement Task Force to better identify and overcome trade barriers. Expanding the Animal Health Protection Act to include improving animal disease traceability. Allowing the establishment of additional training centers and programs under the Beagle Brigade Act. Requiring thorough documentation on USDA’s ability to protect producers from significant economic losses due to a foreign animal disease outbreak. Capping administrative expenses for the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program and the National Animal Health Laboratory Network, allowing a higher percentage of funds to be used for research.
ASA Applauds House Ag Committee for Advancing 2026 Farm Bill- The American Soybean Association applauds Chairman Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson and the House Committee on Agriculture for advancing the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026. The Committee favorably reported a 5-year farm bill after a marathon two-day markup by a bipartisan vote of 34-17. “We are grateful to Chairman Thompson for his leadership and tireless work to champion the advancement of a full, five-year farm bill over these past several years,” said Scott Metzger, ASA president and a soybean farmer from Ohio. “Soybean farmers are facing major headwinds, and the provisions included in this 2026 Farm Bill will help farmers across the country navigate changing market dynamics and ongoing farm production and economic challenges. We sincerely appreciate the bipartisan members of the House Agriculture Committee who voted to advance the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 and continue to stand up for U.S. agriculture.” Since the expiration of the 2018 Farm Bill, ASA has continued to advocate for an updated farm bill that meets the needs of rural America. While the One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act enacted in 2025 included critical improvements to farm bill programs like farm safety net enhancements and increased support for research and market expansion, the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 updates access to credit, transfers Food for Peace to USDA, protects farmers ability to utilize pesticides on their farms, and renews support for soy-based bioproducts through the reauthorization of the BioPreferred Program.
NASDA applauds advancement of bipartisan farm bill and urges swift floor consideration- National Association of State Departments of Agriculture CEO Ted McKinney issued the following statement after the U.S. House Agriculture Committee advanced the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 out of committee: “NASDA supports this legislation and congratulates Chairman Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson and members of the House Agriculture Committee for moving the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 forward,” McKinney said. “Advancing this legislation out of committee with a bipartisan vote marks an important step toward delivering the certainty and support America’s farmers, ranchers and rural communities urgently need.” NASDA commends the committee for prioritizing provisions that strengthen local food purchasing programs, enhance international market opportunities through a doubling of the Market Access Program, reauthorize the three-legged stool for foreign animal disease prevention, and reaffirm pesticide authorities. These measures reflect key priorities of state departments of agriculture and reinforce the importance of a unified farm bill that supports U.S. farmers, ranchers and consumers. NASDA urges House leadership to swiftly bring the legislation to the floor for consideration. This is a bipartisan farm bill that will advance the food, fiber and fuel provided by American agriculture.
NAWG Applauds House Committee on Agriculture Advancing the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026- Today, the House Committee on Agriculture passed the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 (H.R. 7567) with a vote of 34-17. In response, National Association of Wheat Growers (NAWG) President and Idaho farmer Jamie Kress made the following statement: “NAWG thanks Chairman Thompson for his leadership in moving the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 forward. Wheat farmers continue to face rising supply costs, low commodity prices, and uncertainty in global markets. We applaud the Committee’s work and bipartisan support to provide much-needed certainty. “But Congress’ farm bill work has just begun. NAWG encourages Speaker Johnson to bring the farm bill to House floor and we call on Members of Congress to support its passage. By advancing this legislation, Congress can address key priorities for wheat farmers including modernizing the Farm Credit title, permanently transferring Food for Peace to USDA, strengthening trade promotion programs, reauthorizing CRP, and ensuring science-based labeling for crop protection tools. These provisions matter to farmers across the country, and we look forward to working together with the House and Senate to get them across the finish line.
National Cattlemens Beef Association- the House Agriculture Committee advanced the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 out of committee. The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) supports this legislation to finish the Farm Bill process and strengthen provisions that provide certainty to farmers and ranchers across the country. “The provisions included in the Farm, Food, and National Security Act build upon the legislative successes in the Farm Bill title of the One Big Beautiful Bill for American cattle producers. This legislation finally completes the Farm Bill cycle and gives producers the operational tools and programmatic investments they need,” said NCBA Senior Vice President of Government Affairs Ethan Lane. “NCBA thanks Chairman Thompson and House Agriculture Committee members for passing this crucial legislation for rural America.”
ARA Applauds House Ag Committee Passage of the Farm Bill- The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) applauds the House Agriculture Committee’s passage of the Farm Food & National Security Act of 2026 (Farm Bill), which passed by a bipartisan vote of 34-17. “Chairman G.T. Thompson’s Farm, Food, and National Security Act supports the agricultural industry while maintaining farmer access to modern agricultural technologies, including critical pesticides and other crop protection tools,” said ARA’s President & CEO, Daren Coppock.“ARA looks forward to continuing our work with Congress to advance this legislation, which strengthens the farm economy and ensures a safe, abundant, and affordable food supply for American consumers and global markets.” This legislation includes provisions that strengthen the farm safety net and risk management tools, invest in conservation and research, and promote trade and rural development, all of which help ensure that retailers and their supplier partners can continue to make long-term investments that support farmer success. Following Chairman Thompson’s introduction of the bill, ARA’s President & CEO, Daren Coppock, sent a letter expressing ARA’s strong and enthusiastic support of the legislation. Read the letter here. The full text of the Farm Bill can be found here.
Tim McGreevy, CEO of USA Pulses, the leading voice for farmers and processors of American-grown pulses – the dry, edible seeds of legumes commonly known as dry peas, lentils, chickpeas and dry beans – issued the following statement in response to the House Agriculture Committee’s markup of The Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 (H.R. 7567). “American pulse farmers grow some of the most nutritious, affordable food available, and the proposed Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 includes provisions that support farmers and rural communities. We’re encouraged by stronger trade tools and the inclusion of pulses in nutrition incentive programs that help families eat healthy food. “We appreciate the significant action that has been taken to improve the safety net programs for pulse growers, and we encourage lawmakers to build on that strong foundation as the Farm Bill moves forward. This moment presents a critical opportunity to connect American-grown pulses with the families who need them most. “We thank Chairman GT Thompson and the House Agriculture Committee for taking this important first step. USA Pulses looks forward to working with lawmakers as the legislation progresses to support American farmers, expand market opportunities, and improve access to healthy, domestically grown pulse crops for families nationwide.”
